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Ashley Collins11 said:Hey, I'm 28 and I feel like I've had a low-grade fever more times than I can count this year. 🤷 It usually lasts about 2 or 3 days, hovering around 98.7 or 99 degrees, and then it just clears up. It’s always accompanied by fatigue, headaches, and muscle aches. Honestly, I'm just exhausted from being sick all the time. Lately, it's been one thing after another—a bladder infection, then sinus issues, now this. I'm starting to worry these symptoms might actually be a sign of something more serious.
Look, regarding the fever, everyone's baseline is different.
A temperature around 99°F is pretty much considered normal for many people within a certain range, so don't panic over that. Just deal with it as it comes—sometimes you just catch everything going around. Some years you get sick five times, and other years you don't get sick once in five years. ☕ )
The gene carried by this bacterium is incredibly resistant to even our strongest antibiotics. That is exactly what has scientists worried right now.
What exactly is NDM-1?
New Delhi-Metallo-1, or NDM-1, is a bacterial gene that shows extreme resistance to high-level antibiotics. This specific trait is causing significant concern among researchers.
Why does this matter?
NDM-1—essentially the DNA code for this particular enzyme—can jump from one bacterial strain to another quite easily. Scientists are concerned that this could lead to the emergence of even more resilient bacteria. Ultimately, this could result in dangerous infections that spread rapidly between people, making an epidemic nearly impossible to contain.
Can it be treated or prevented?
There are several ways to try and wipe out these bacterial infections, but it is a massive and difficult task involving complex combinations of antibiotics. Some scientists have already isolated strains that are resistant to every known antibiotic we have.
How would I know if I am infected?
A number of Americans who recently traveled to India or Pakistan for medical treatment have contracted the infection there. Some of them then spread the infection to other hospitals back in the States. The severity ranges from moderate to serious, and can even be fatal.
So far, two types of bacteria carrying the NDM-1 gene have been identified. One is E.coli, which causes urinary tract and respiratory infections, and the other is Klebsiella pneumonia, which attacks the lungs. Both can lead to sepsis. Usually, these kinds of systemic issues are noticeable.
Can we stop it from spreading?
Experts say the way to halt an epidemic is through strict monitoring, rapid identification of the bacteria, and the immediate isolation and hospitalization of infected patients. Robust infection control measures can successfully stop the spread.
NDM-1 is currently present in India, the USA, Canada, Australia, and the Netherlands. Experts fear a global epidemic could occur. They argue there is an urgent need for a cure that can treat these most resistant strains.
Are there any new antibiotics that might help?
Most existing antibiotics, according to scientists, simply won't work. The reason is that most of the bacteria being studied and treated have different characteristics than those carrying the NDM-1 code.
What happens next?
The HPA, or the CDC, is continuing to monitor the situation closely. They will provide regular updates to all major institutions and agencies as new data comes in. In the meantime, hospitals should do everything in their power to prevent a potential outbreak. (BBC)
stormysurfer40 said:Let me clarify.
It’s actually more of a dull ache that lasts for about ten seconds at a time—nothing intense, really—and I feel it right under my left breast, centered.
Should I be paying attention to this, or is it nothing?
Everyone panics over that.😛
It’s nothing to worry about—it sounds like your pectoralis major muscle.👍
stormysurfer40 said:What is going on here?
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I have been dealing with intermittent pain in this area all day long.
Do you play any sports or hit the gym at all?
If things are going this way, then
Michael Harris6 said:I suffered an ankle injury less than a year ago. At the ER, they told me it was nothing and just to come back for a follow-up in three weeks. After two weeks, my primary care physician refused to give me a referral, insisting everything was fine and that I had just strained a ligament, which caused the swelling.
A month and a half later, I went back to show her the swelling, and finally, she gave me a referral to an orthopedic specialist. The orthopedist examined me and ordered an ultrasound, which I didn't get until a month later. The results showed
"Normal anterior talofibular ligament; complete rupture of the deltoid ligament with hyperplastic fibrous repair lacking normal ligament structure. Peroneal effusion around the flexor tendon."
After that, I started physical therapy, ultrasound, magnetic therapy, and things like that—but only several months after the initial injury.
Once the therapy was done, I went for a check-up. They told me to do a few more sessions and then return. Ortoed looked at my leg afterward and said everything looks okay, though the ankle might stay swollen for a while until it fully heals..
However, I went for an MRI, and it gave me the exact opposite news:
It reads:
"Pathological bone edema is visible in the calcaneus during today's exam; this could be due to static changes or recent microtrauma, though there are no definitive signs of a fracture.
The plantar aponeurosis appears normal.
Chronic cystic formations and layered effusion are seen in the laterodorsal contour at the level of the ankle joint, specifically in the fibulotalar joint space dorsally, along with ligament stretching suggesting a Grade II lesion at the fibular attachment; possible degenerative and post-traumatic active subchondral osteoarthritis.
An osteochondral lesion on the dorsolateral roof of the talus, measuring 7.5 mm in length, is a Grade III finding, most visible on the transverse section.
On the contralateral side, there is an inactive anteromedial deep osteochondral lesion.
Chronic changes and re-rupture in the sinus tarsi at the level of all three ligaments.
Initially visible moderate osteoarthritis in the medial aspect of the fibula within the fibular joint area.
Discrete effusion in the interosseous membrane zone, plus a small 4 mm osteochondral change on the lateral edge of the tibia.
Achilles heel is inactive."
Could I please get some concrete answers regarding these results from you, Doctor?
I have no idea where I stand, and it doesn't look good at all.
Scanned a few weeks ago.
Time is the only cure here.👍
There are no indications for surgery based on this; it’s just therapy.
Peter Gonzalez9 said:Does anyone know where I can pick up some AA batteries? I need them for my garage door opener...
SAMSUNG SLB-11A Battery - 1050mAh
http://www.amazon.com/batteries/
Susan Taylor72 said:Refugees used to carry a yellow card—it was folded, basically four pages long—to verify their eligibility for things like humanitarian aid, free city transit, student grants, and so on. But before that, back when we were dealing with refugees arriving in the States in 1992, they first received a white card, which was just a single page, to confirm their residency status.
Exactly. That’s spot on. 👍
What if that guy actually has what they call SPACER?
I'm leaning towards yes...
Cheers!
slytrucker8 said:Hey everyone, I’m looking for some advice or just a bit of guidance on what to do next because I’m honestly feeling lost. 😢
A few days ago, the front part of my foot started hurting—specifically my big toe and that bone right at the base where you apply pressure when standing. (I'm trying my best to describe it since I don't know all the medical terms.)
The pain has been going on for a couple of days now. It’s gotten to the point where I can’t stand normally and walking is pretty difficult. I just can't shift my weight onto that part of my foot because the pain is unbearable.😠
On the day the pain started, I was wearing some pretty uncomfortable sandals, and my toes were forced into a really unnatural position. I didn't have any specific injury or accident.
I went to the ER, and they told me to rest and head over to Drasković Avenue. At Drasković Avenue, they took an X-ray of my foot. There are no fractures, but they just told me again to rest, use ice, and take painkillers. However, it hurts just as much as the first day, and last night it actually started swelling up.
I have no idea what's wrong. I haven't received a real diagnosis, and I don't know how to treat my foot moving forward.
If anyone has dealt with something similar or knows more about this and could offer some advice or direction, I would be incredibly grateful!
Just painkillers? Honestly, pain like this just takes time to heal!
Next time, definitely be more careful with choosing sandals and heels... LESSON LEARNED. 👍
Charles Morales said:
I am looking for my brother who went missing on August 5, 2009. Please help me out if anyone has seen him. His photo is the profile picture here. We spent 14 days searching the woods with the police and on our own as well. I’ve contacted the American Red Cross, called hospitals, and checked homeless shelters. He was reportedly spotted riding a bike in two different spots in Indianapolis this past fall. I am praying to Jesus and asking kind people to help me. God bless you all.
The image isn't showing up?! I'll get that fixed right now.
Please help, everyone. 🙏
Charles Sanders4 said:Maybe if you can get a shipment routed through a place like Canada, you could find someone there to handle the receiving for you.🤷
The real issue is that we don't have any neighbors like Canada or Canada nearby. 🤣
Does anyone know how to order from the Adidas online store so it actually ships to the US? I noticed they don't have an option for America listed. Please, if anyone knows a workaround—is there a way to make this work? 🤷 🤷
https://www.shopadidas.com/checkout/...rocess=address
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTuuSpCdoYc
Hopefully, I managed to brighten up your day just a little bit 😂
I realize some people might not be in the mood for laughs given what they're going through, but maybe this will help someone out... 😛
Haha, I'm totally obsessed with those puzzles and that artistic touch they put into the algorithm!
There is absolutely zero chance that anyone could rig that test!!!